Trimethylamine is used as a reagent in the synthesis of L-Carnitine (C184110); an essential cofactor of fatty acid metabolism. L-Carnitine is required for the transport of fatty acids through the inner mitochondrial membrane and is synthetized primarily in the liver and kidney.
SKU | RCLST571697 |
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CAS number | 75-50-3 |
Molecular Formula | C3H9N |
Catalog Number | RCLST571697 |
Chemical Name | Trimethylamine (~25 wt. % solution in methanol) |
Molecular Weight | 59.11 |
Solubility | Chloroform, Methanol |
Stability | No Data Available |
Appearance | Clear Colorless Solution |
Storage Condition | Refrigerator |
Shipping Info | *eh* Dangerous goods |